FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT INSTALLATION

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Tip:

  • Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.

  • The procedure listed below is for the LH side.

PROCEDURE

  1. INSTALL FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT ASSEMBLY LH

    1. Secure the front axle assembly between aluminum plates in a vise.

      Note:

      When using a vise, do not overtighten it.

    2. C117422

      Install the front lower ball joint to the front axle assembly with the nut.

      133 N*m

      1356 kgf*cm

      98 ft.*lbf

    3. Install a new cotter pin.

      Note:

      If the holes for the cotter pin are not aligned, align the holes by tightening the nut as necessary up to an additional 60°.

  2. INSTALL FRONT AXLE ASSEMBLY LH

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  3. CONNECT FRONT LOWER NO. 1 SUSPENSION ARM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

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  4. CONNECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY LH

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  5. INSTALL FRONT DISC

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  6. CONNECT FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY LH

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  7. CONNECT FRONT FLEXIBLE HOSE

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  8. CONNECT FRONT SPEED SENSOR LH

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  9. INSTALL FRONT AXLE SHAFT NUT LH

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  10. INSTALL FRONT WHEEL

    103 N*m

    1050 kgf*cm

    76 ft.*lbf

  11. INSPECT AND ADJUST FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT

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  12. CHECK SPEED SENSOR SIGNAL

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